Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thwack

verb
/θwæk/
Definition
to strike something with a sharp, loud sound.
Examples
  • The ball thwacked against the bat, sending it flying.
  • She thwacked the pillow to fluff it up before going to bed.
  • With a quick thwack, he knocked the fly off the wall.
Meaning
The term ‘thwack’ refers to the action of hitting or striking something forcefully, often producing a sharp or crisp noise in the process.
Synonyms
  • strike
  • hit
  • smack
  • slap